Precarious profits? Why firms use insecure contracts, and what would change their minds

Presentation at Resolution Foundation event on why firms use flexible contracts

17. Resolution
Conclusion Foundation

Flexible contracts are often characterised as universally good
or bad...

... but the reality is far more nuanced

Firms have a wide range of reasons for using these contracts,
from helping workers to cutting costs

Policy makers should focus on giving workers the option of
more-stable contracts, while not unduly restricting choice
where workers and firms both benefit from flexibility

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